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Finding the Fourth Proportional to 250.52, 375.86 and 159.32

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Solution

The fourth proportional to 250.52, 375.86 and 159.32 is: 239.03

Step by Step Solution

  1. Step 1: Write the proportion equation
    250.52 : 375.86 = 159.32 : x
  2. Step 2: Convert to fraction form
    250.52/375.86 = 159.32/x
  3. Step 3: Cross multiply
    250.52x = 375.86 × 159.32
  4. Step 4: Simplify right side
    250.52x = 59,882.02
  5. Step 5: Solve for x
    x = 59,882.02/250.52
  6. Step 6: Final answer
    x = 239.03

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